1995 Acura NSX vs. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Acura NSX would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Acura NSX (420 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. (360 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Acura NSX weights approximately 236 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Acura NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (516 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Acura NSX. (414 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Acura NSX | 2009 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
Model | NSX | Silverado |
Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3178 cc | 5999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 516 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 1261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3380 mm |